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Old Mar 3, 2010 | 07:46 PM
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Top flight is selling Master Blaster air blowers on this forum.
Has anyone dealt with this company? How were they to deal with and does this blaster work well? I have had too much trouble with some of the vendors and do not need to be misled again!

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BLACK & DECKER 18 V Cordless Broom Hard Surface Sweeper

Model # NS118 1 Internet/Catalog # 100671932
Store SKU # 923038

$69.97/EA-Each

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I use my Stihl leaf blower - works fine
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Honestly I have never contemplated using a blower to dry the car.... How does she work?????

I use a California Car squeegee, and a shamwow type towel. (I forget the name)
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x2 on the Water Blade. So much quicker than the blower method.

I blade the car then finish with a large microfiber towel. No luck with the Shamwow. Those blot well but wiping with them, not so much.
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Originally Posted by harleyvette
Top flight is selling Master Blaster air blowers on this forum.
Has anyone dealt with this company? How were they to deal with and does this blaster work well? I have had too much trouble with some of the vendors and do not need to be misled again!

THANKS
Top Flight is a class act, located right here in Mass. The owner is an NCRS member. Reputable and honest. As far as that particular product, I've heard it works but I use a leaf blower after sheeting the water off with an open hose nozzle.
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I've seen these things advertised, and they seem to work well. I usually just let the water run over the car in sheets rather than spray it, and then use microfiber cloths. This Master Blaster car dryer is very expensive.
BTW, think about a 150 mph leaf blower. If it picks up any dirt or grit as its doing its job, what would 150mph grit do to your finish?

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I have a Master Blaster that I use at the shop - it is the single best way to dry a car, especially one that you care about. I am using it not only on my personal vehicles, but I use it on customer's vehicles.

The Master Blaster blows heated and filtered air, unlike a leaf blower. I have sold a couple of these as an Adam's dealer. I cannot speak for Top Flight as a vendor, but I can speak for the unit itself. I highly recommend it and I use it all the time!
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I just use air from my compressor on the cars and the bike.
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Originally Posted by Han Solo
x2 on the Water Blade. So much quicker than the blower method.

I blade the car then finish with a large microfiber towel. No luck with the Shamwow. Those blot well but wiping with them, not so much.
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Hmmmm after I wash i just get in it and drive like I stole it to air dry it naturally.
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Originally Posted by JACKAL0PE


BLACK & DECKER 18 V Cordless Broom Hard Surface Sweeper

Model # NS118 1 Internet/Catalog # 100671932
Store SKU # 923038

$69.97/EA-Each

Available at the Home Depot


I have been doing this for years works great also extends wax time less wax off your neighbors will think your are but hey who really cares
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The Master Blaster is an outstanding product. I've used leaf blowers before and the Master Blaster is far superior. If it is in you budget you will not regret it.

Many other methods work to dry a car, but the Master Blaster will spoil you.
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Bought mine last year very good people no issue at all. As for the machine, well it works well and I still use mine each time I wash the cars. I do not find it faster, just better for getting the water out of places that you can't get with a blade or towel, like mouldings and such. It also is very nice to blow out the wheels and exhaust pipes as well suspension. One really nice thing is it blows hot air so you know those late afternoons when the weather is changing and you wipe down the car and the trunk and roof lid gets cool and damp well no more. So its not faster then using a blade and towel, and it has alot more air volume then a nozzle on a compressor, but it does a better job overall.
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Don't know about vendor, but love the heater/blower unit especially at panel seams.
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Originally Posted by blacksedan87
I have a Master Blaster that I use at the shop - it is the single best way to dry a car, especially one that you care about. I am using it not only on my personal vehicles, but I use it on customer's vehicles.

The Master Blaster blows heated and filtered air, unlike a leaf blower. I have sold a couple of these as an Adam's dealer. I cannot speak for Top Flight as a vendor, but I can speak for the unit itself. I highly recommend it and I use it all the time!
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The Master Blaster is an outstanding product. I've used leaf blowers before and the Master Blaster is far superior. If it is in you budget you will not regret it.

Many other methods work to dry a car, but the Master Blaster will spoil you.
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Bought mine last year very good people no issue at all. As for the machine, well it works well and I still use mine each time I wash the cars. I do not find it faster, just better for getting the water out of places that you can't get with a blade or towel, like mouldings and such. It also is very nice to blow out the wheels and exhaust pipes as well suspension. One really nice thing is it blows hot air so you know those late afternoons when the weather is changing and you wipe down the car and the trunk and roof lid gets cool and damp well no more. So its not faster then using a blade and towel, and it has alot more air volume then a nozzle on a compressor, but it does a better job overall.
wholeheartedly!

I splurged and bought a MasterBlaster a year ago. I am a true fan. It works great and gets the water out of the hard to reach places (taillights, sideview mirrors, inside doorsills, tires, wheels/brakes, etc.). I think its actually kind of fun to use as well. I also use it on the interior and engine compartment to blow out dust. For me it is a GREAT product
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Originally Posted by JACKAL0PE


BLACK & DECKER 18 V Cordless Broom Hard Surface Sweeper

Model # NS118 1 Internet/Catalog # 100671932
Store SKU # 923038

$69.97/EA-Each

Available at the Home Depot
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I ordered one a few months ago but I haven't used it yet... haven't had the vette out.
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Got mine at Wally world $29.95 works great!
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Originally Posted by Zr-1Mike00
Honestly I have never contemplated using a blower to dry the car.... How does she work?????

I use a California Car squeegee, and a shamwow type towel. (I forget the name)
I tried the California Car squeegee but quit because I think these will likely scratch the paint
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